Anger Isn’t the Enemy—It’s Information

Anger is a natural emotion, but when it feels overwhelming or uncontrollable, it can lead to frustration, shame, and disconnection. Many anger management approaches focus solely on suppressing or coping with anger, but true change comes from understanding and working with it—not against it.

A Different Approach to Anger Management

Rather than trying to eliminate anger, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps you:

✔ Acknowledge and understand your anger rather than fighting it.
✔ Recognize that anger is a behavior, not an identity, and something you can control.
✔ Shift your focus toward actions aligned with your goals and values, rather than reactive outbursts.

Anger serves a function in your life. The goal isn’t to suppress it but to develop the flexibility to respond differently—in ways that support your well-being and relationships.

Embrace Change, Not Just Control

Accepting anger doesn’t mean approving of it or letting it take over. It means recognizing its role, understanding its impact, and making informed choices about how you respond. Through this process, you gain greater emotional flexibility, more control over your reactions, and the ability to channel anger in ways that serve you—not define you.

If you’re ready to approach anger from a new perspective, contact me to learn how ACT-based anger management therapy can help.